Raphinha explodes and his message sets social media on fire: 'Against everyone'

FC Barcelona's defeat against Girona FC was not just another one. It not only meant losing the top spot to Real Madrid, but it also reopened the debate about refereeing decisions at key moments. The atmosphere was tense from the final whistle.

The decisive play came at the end: Barça claimed a foul on Koundé, but the ball ended up with Fran Beltrán, who did not forgive. The protests were immediate, but VAR validated the goal. Nine minutes of added time later, the defeat was final and the frustration was evident.

The return of Raphinha and his reaction

Raphinha returned to the starting line-up after overcoming some physical discomfort. He did so with intensity, trying to create imbalances on the wing and take on attacking responsibilities. But the final result overshadowed any individual analysis.

Hours later, the Brazilian used his social media to express what many in the locker room felt. His message was clear: he admitted that the team must improve, but he also questioned the disparity in refereeing criteria.

"It is very complicated when the rules are different if they go in your favor or against you... but if we have to play against everyone, it is fine. We are going to do it," he wrote, closing with a forceful "Visca el Barça sempre".

A message that goes beyond anger

The post did not go unnoticed. He accompanied his words with a black-and-white image of himself and another of the team together, almost like a declaration of resistance. The tone was not aggressive, but it was firm; it was a message of pride and defiance.

In the locker room there is a feeling that small details are making the difference in a tight season. Raphinha gave voice to that feeling: without pointing at anyone, he made it clear that the group feels that they must overcome more obstacles than their rivals. That narrative connects quickly with the fans, who also expressed their discomfort on social media.

Pride, pressure and response on the field

Beyond the controversy, Barça know that they can't take refuge only in complaints. Self-criticism is part of Raphinha's own message. The team needs to recover solidity and ruthlessness at decisive moments, especially after suffering two consecutive defeats.

The schedule doesn't let up and the response must come on the field. The "against everyone" message can serve as emotional fuel, but the real show of authority will be to win. Barça now move in that balance between pride and responsibility and Raphinha, with his competitive character, has made it clear that he doesn't intend to take a step back.